Nacho Cheese Sauce is ridiculously easy to make, and tastes so much better than store bought. Enjoy it as a dip or on a plate of nachos.
Nacho cheese sauce is so stinkin’ delicious. It is basically a cheese gravy, and what’s not to like about that? This is good as a dip with tortilla chips, or on a giant plate of nachos. However you like it, you are going to love this cheese sauce.
Let’s talk cheese choices. You have many options when it comes to nacho cheese sauce, and they are all delicious in their own unique ways. Velveeta is a processed American cheese, and is a standard option when it comes to nacho cheese sauce. It will be thicker, smoother, and creamier than a shredded cheese. You can also use your standard cheddar cheese or other favorite melting cheese, which will make a thinner, slightly grainer sauce.
Can I use store bought pre-shredded cheese?
Freshly grated cheese is best. The additives in pre-shredded cheese that keep it from clumping impacts its ability to melt.
Cheese Options:
You can use a processed American cheese like Velveeta, or any melting cheese can be made into a nacho cheese sauce including: Cheddar, Colby Jack, or even Mozzarella.
Storage and Reheating Instructions:
Nacho cheese sauce is best eaten fresh. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat either in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until heated through, or in a saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these other delicious Mexican-food recipes:
- Authentic Carne Asada
- Garlic Lime Chicken Tacos
- Killer Crockpot Carnitas
- Homemade Mexican Churros
- Ultimate Nacho Recipe
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Looks so good thank you.
Turned out great! I made it with Velveeta and added a little garlic powder. I blended up a 10 oz can of mild Rotel (I don’t like chunky tomatoes) and used half of it for a 12 person serving size of dip. Delicious!